Software Development Manager

Autodesk, Inc.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Autodesk in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Software Development Manager to lead the Rosewood team and drive delivery of the Fusion Manufacturing Tool Library. This core capability helps customers define, manage, and share cutting tools and data used in manufacturing workflows.

The team combines modern UIs, complex data models, native apps, and cloud services. You will guide engineers across TypeScript/React, C++, and cloud integrations, collaborate with Product Management,

Qualifications

• 7+ years professional software engineering experience, including production deployments.
• 1+ years engineering leadership experience with people management.
• Strong background in TypeScript/JavaScript and React, or C++, across cross‑platform apps.
• Experience with Agile development processes and cloud service integrations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop software engineers with regular feedback and career development.
• Set priorities with Product Management and drive delivery, dependencies, and trade-offs.
• Guide architectural decisions for TypeScript/React, C++, and cloud service integrations.
• Champion CI/CD, automated testing, and engineering excellence.
• Contribute code and explore AI-assisted development opportunities when appropriate.

Skills

People leadership

Technical leadership

TypeScript/JavaScript

React

C++

Agile development

AI-assisted development

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

REST APIs

CI/CD

Job description

Responsibilities

Job Requisition ID # 26WD101761

Software Development Manager — Fusion Manufacturing

Position Overview

Are you passionate about developing software engineers, solving complex technical challenges, and using emerging technologies, including AI-assisted development, to deliver software that makes a difference to customers? Autodesk Fusion Manufacturing is looking for an experienced Software Development Manager to lead the Rosewood team, responsible for developing and evolving the Fusion Manufacturing Tool Library. This core capability helps customers define, manage, and share cutting tools and associated data used in manufacturing workflows. The team develops sophisticated software combining modern user interfaces, complex manufacturing data models, native desktop applications, and cloud service integrations. In this role, you will lead and develop an established team of software engineers, guide technical decisions, and drive delivery in collaboration with Product Management, Architecture, UX, and other engineering teams. We are looking for a people-focused, technically strong leader who values engineering excellence, understands customer needs, and embraces AI-assisted development.

Responsibilities

People Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop software engineers through regular feedback, performance management, and career development.
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Empower engineers to make decisions, solve problems, and continuously improve how the team works.

Technical Leadership

• Develop a strong understanding of customer problems and manufacturing workflows, becoming a competent user of Autodesk Fusion and the capabilities your team develops.
• Partner with Product Management and stakeholders to establish priorities, plan and drive delivery, manage dependencies and trade-offs, and communicate progress.
• Guide technical and architectural decisions, working with senior engineers to deliver maintainable, reliable, and performant software across TypeScript/React, C++, and cloud service integrations.
• Champion engineering excellence through code reviews, automated testing, CI/CD, and continuous improvement of development practices.
• Remain technically engaged, contributing code, investigating problems, and developing proof of concepts when appropriate.

Innovation and AI-Assisted Development

• Champion practical and responsible adoption of AI-assisted development tools, such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, and Claude Code, to improve engineering productivity and quality.
• Lead by example, experimenting with AI-assisted workflows and encouraging the team to learn, share experiences, and continuously improve.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 7+ years of professional software engineering experience, including hands-on development and delivery of production software.
• 1+ years of engineering leadership experience, including formal people management or demonstrated experience leading and developing engineers.
• Strong technical background in TypeScript/JavaScript and React, or C++, with the ability and willingness to work effectively across both technology stacks.
• Experience developing complex software applications, with a solid understanding of software design, debugging, automated testing, and modern engineering practices.
• Practical experience using AI-assisted software development tools for coding, debugging, testing, or other engineering activities.
• Experience with Agile development, planning, prioritization, and collaborative software delivery.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience coaching, managing performance, and supporting the career development of software engineers.
• Hands-on experience with both TypeScript/React and C++, particularly in complex, cross-platform applications.
• Experience integrating applications with cloud services and REST APIs.
• Experience with CI/CD, automated testing, performance optimization, and maintaining large production codebases.
• Familiarity with CAD, CAM, CNC machining, or other engineering and manufacturing software.

Learn More / Plus d'information

About Autodesk / À Propos D’Autodesk

Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made. We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – it’s at the core of everything we do. Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world. When you’re an Autodesker, you can do meaningful work that helps build a better world designed and made for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us! Bienvenue chez Autodesk ! Nos logiciels créent chaque jour des choses extraordinaires : des bâtiments les plus écologiques aux voitures les plus propres, en passant par les usines les plus intelligentes et les films à succès. Nous aidons les innovateurs à concrétiser leurs idées, transformant non seulement la façon dont les choses sont fabriquées, mais aussi ce qui peut l’être. Nous sommes très fiers de notre culture chez Autodesk ; elle est au cœur de tout ce que nous faisons. Notre culture guide notre façon de travailler et de nous comporter les uns envers les autres, influence nos interactions avec nos clients et nos partenaires, et définit notre image au monde. En tant qu’Autodeskien, vous pouvez accomplir un travail significatif qui contribue à bâtir un monde meilleur, conçu et réalisé pour tous. Prêt à façonner le monde et votre avenir ? Rejoignez-nous !

Salary transparency / Transparence Salariale

Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Belonging

We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/global-belonging

In-Person Onboarding and Identity Verification

This role may require in-person onboarding and/or in-person ID verification.